Changada - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Changada is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Tharad and around 97 km from Palanpur. Changada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changada is 507536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.55 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Changada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changada
As per Census 2011, Changada village has a total population of 3,428 people, consisting of 1,767 males and 1,661 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,740 literate and 1,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,428 | 1,767 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 297 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 212 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,740 | 1,118 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 649 | 1,039 |
Nearby Villages of Changada
Changada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Changada
Public transport in the Changada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Changada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Changada is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Changada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Changada
Where is Changada located?
Changada village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changada?
Changada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changada?
The pincode of Changada is 385565.
What is the population of Changada?
Changada has a total population of 3,428, including 1,767 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Changada?
There are 546 households in Changada.
What is the literacy rate in Changada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changada is 50.76%. Male literacy is 63.27% and female literacy is 37.45%.